Rut row.... here we go

 

Seems like water would run right under where these two pieces meet.

Um. Yes, yes it will.

 

Bing in the tar, hot mops and be done with it....:thumbup:

 

wow! :clap:

 

Can it be done? Hell, anything CAN be done. What you want to know is SHOULD it be done.

 

Metal Roofing

Um, I know people can be ignorant and/or non-observant but normally you don't just slap a metal roof on without some forethought. Metal Roofing isn't cheap. I hope that isn't your home or business...

 

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aegisroofing :I don't think they installed my metal roof improperly. I haven't been able to get up there to look at it. It appears from the ground that the bottom panel is on top of the top panel (the one with a pitch) I don' think these guys (Amish) would install these panels improperly. This is rental property but I still expect it to be done right.

 

aegisroofing :I don't think they installed my metal roof improperly.. It appears from the ground that the bottom panel is on top of the top panel (the one with a pitch.

If the bottom panel is on top of the top panel then it it most definitely installed wrong. Post some pics so we can see.

 

We normally do our transitions like this.

 

We normally do our transitions like this. View attachment 87321

Just curious why you smashed your center rib under every skylight? I havent seen this beofore.

 

The Amish are a bunch of hacks.

 

Same can be said about alot of other guys too. Just saying.

 

We lay the seam down so that it can be made to lock the skylight flashing to it. It's an easier approach than what would have to be done on a low pitch.

 

Lower pitch skylight fully double lock seamed on every connection. Where seams meet other seams (such as at the hip or valley) they get laid down and seamed in. Also need to lay seams down to allow water to flow off the roof.

 

What do you mean slice the top?

 

When I say slice I mean I crimp the sides of the rib inwards so when folded down the rib collapses on itself and stays in the same line of sight. The first pic I saw it looked like the rib was just hammered over to the side . I think it was just the angle I was looking at thou. The rest of the pictures look beautiful.

 

The seam is smashed flat and then folded so the the curb flashing can be hooked into it. 100% water proof for a hundred years, no sealant needed.

 

This is a finished roof with the seams flattened and seamed into the custom made skylight flashings. It can be made with continuous running seams if that is requested, it just takes more time. I'm not sure what you mean by "slice" the seam but it sounds like a potential leak.

 

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This is a finished roof with the seams flattened and seamed into the custom made skylight flashings. It can be made with continuous running seams if that is requested, it just takes more time. I'm not sure what you mean by "slice" the seam but it sounds like a potential leak.

your work is very nice. The projects require experience.

Couple questions.

Why are there different sized panels used.?

Will not zinc corrode when moisture remains present, doesn't flow well?
( behind skylights )

 

The seam on the left we call a pinched seam. It doesn't lay flat and isn't cut but folded. Is it like that?

 

The lower should be under the upper metal. There is a piece the make transition. It is called pitch break. When installed you use either a Z closure or outside closure to seal the are under pitch break. This prevents blowing rain from entering this area. Hope this is helpful

 

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:laughing:Bill? what do you really know about roofs?

 

Guess he has not lived where the wind blows :whistling.

 

VSM thats some awesome work there:thumbup:

 

I dont recommend using HVAC at all. There are too many complications with HVAC, as well, I'm sure your not in a 3rd world country. Just go with the traditional opening of a door and or window and your gtg.

there i fixed it for him.

 

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Hey Bill, Can you please give us your "professional" recommendations on what types of traditional roofs one should use. While you are at it, please edumacate us as to why metal roofs are so bad please.

There is probably, what guys?, 300 years of experience on this page alone? :lol::laughing::laughing::laughing:

 

The copper roof of Hildersheim Cathedral, installed in 1280 A.D., survives to this day. And the roof at Kronborg, one of northern Europe's most important Renaissance castles that was immortalized as Elsinore Castle in Shakespeare’s Hamlet, was installed in the 1585 A.D. The copper on the tower was renovated in 2009. I see no problem with metal roofs when installed by properly trained professionals.

 

He's just a spammer VSM. It's pointless to argue with him as he will not be seen here again.

They are like seagulls. He pops in, drops a load (the "roof" link), and then goes elsewhere. For some reason they think this will drum up business and exposure.

 

SPAM? where? I'll have mine pan fried on two slices of bread

 

Oh where is that .jpg? Dammit, it's on my old puter.

 

Who's Bill?...BTW, nice roof, I particularly like the poured crowns on the chimneys. Daz the way I do them :thumbup: